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The makhana blog
Buying guides, recipes and makhana know-how from the Mithila makhana belt.
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Makhana nutrition per 100 g, explained
A sourced guide to makhana calories, protein, fibre and why numbers vary between studies, labels and serving sizes.
How to keep makhana crisp after opening
Simple storage and re-crisping steps to keep opened makhana crunchy, dry and fresh-tasting in Indian kitchens.
Jumbo vs Classic makhana: which size should you buy?
Understand makhana size grades, how Jumbo and Classic differ, and which pack suits snacking, kheer, cooking and gifting.
Makhana kheer recipe for Diwali and Chhath
A festive makhana kheer recipe with roasting tips, vrat notes, storage guidance and serving ideas for Diwali and Chhath.
5 Roasted Makhana Recipes in 10 Minutes
Make crisp makhana at home five ways: ghee, peri-peri, pudina, jaggery and chaat, with simple roasting tips.
Makhana for vrat: staple + 4 easy recipes
Why makhana works for Navratri and Ekadashi fasts, plus four simple vrat-friendly recipes for snacks, kheer and meals.
How to spot good makhana before you buy
Size, colour, smell, crunch and the label — six simple checks to tell good makhana from tired, broken or badly stored packs.